Wooler First School
64%
Capacity
86
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Wooler First School
Wooler First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 86 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wooler First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike Deane-Hall, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Wooler First School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 12 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wooler First School include Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Wooler First School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 15 Brewery Road, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6QG |
| Headteacher | Mike Deane-Hall |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 86 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 86 / 135 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
13
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (92% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
15 Brewery Road, Wooler
Northumberland, NE71 6QG
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